MONTHLY workshops

Ready to take a deeper dive into specific techniques, exciting props, and intricate elements of belly dance? Join Amanda for a series of specialized, monthly workshops designed to expand your skills, boost your confidence, and add flair to your dancing.

SATURDAYS MONTHLY

3 - 5 PM

MINISTRY OF DANCE

$30

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Master New Moves Every Month

Each two-hour session focuses on a unique topic, giving you the time to thoroughly explore new concepts and walk away with ready-to-use dance moves!

UPCOMING TOPICS:

17th January 2026 - Back to Basics + Cymbals - Kick off the new year by returning to your body. Find how you are moving, what pathways are available to you, what parts feel absent or sticky. Plus bring your finger cymbals for an extra zing!
21st February 2026 - Stick Dance - The assaya is a beautiful belly dancing prop. From feeling strong to sultry, there's not much a stick dance can't make you feel.
21st March 2026 - Turn to Taqsim - Ooey Gooey Taqisims are a true artform of their own. Musicality is the key and we're going to find our way inside the taqsim to bring out our most musical selves.
18th April 2026 - Metal Fusion - Come into the world of electrified instruments and cutting edge sounds. Turn your movements into spine tingling electricity merged with the earthy groundedness of dance.
9th May 2026 - Improve your Improv - There are so many moves - but none that come to mind, so little time and yet the song goes on forever!. Let's get you setup with some great tips and tricks to take the stress out of improv and get you looking like a rockstar.
20th June 2026 - Perfectly Balanced - Balancing props have a bad reputation for not doing what they're told and tipping off your head when you least expect them to. So let's deep dive into all the different types of balancing props and how you can tame the beast in them.
2nd half of 2026 - 4 Elements (Fire, Water, Air, Earth), Pop-tastic, Pformance Skills, Fast and Slow and many more!

PREVIOUS TOPICS:

27 September 2025 - Twists'n'Turns - Learn lots of different moves and combinations set to a kick-ass playlist that you can put together to any of your favourite tracks.
25 October 2025 - Drum Solo - Demystify the drum solo! Learn to understand a drum solo and use sharp and soft movements with the beats. It's easier than you think!
29 November 2025 - Unveiled Dance - Master your veil work. Learn how to handle your veil as a formidable dance partner, utilising it for movements that are both soft as a cloud and powerful.

What will you do?

Each monthly workshop is a little bit different, but the basics are still the same:

Warm-Up: Gently prepare your body and shed the stress of your day.
The Main Event: Dive into the focus topic, including combinations or choreos.
Cool-Down: Wind down with a relaxing stretch before heading back to the real world.

If you are less experienced as a dancer, you will be guided by Amanda to learn the steps, props or information.
For more experienced dancers, Amanda will help challenge you to step out of your usual comfort zone.

All dancers will have access to Amanda’s extensive knowledge and amazing playlist covering current and classic songs.

What are the details?

Where: Ministry of Dance, Level 1, 64 Sutton St, North Melbourne

When: Dates as per above, 3-5 PM

Cost: $30 per workshop

What to bring: A water bottle, and any props specific to the session if you own them (some props will always be available to borrow).

Join us today and enjoy dancing!

"This studio is the real deal. The instructors are patient, and the facilities are top-notch. It's the perfect!"

Sarah Mail, customer

"I admire Amanda’s passion for belly dancing. she is a truly inspiring teacher."

C.L.

"Amanda has a lovely manner as a teacher."

I.J.

"Amanda is a quality teacher, choreographer and dancer. Enthusiastic and welcoming."

J.s.

"An amazing teacher and one I have been so lucky to see perform and grow as a dancer and teacher."

D.B.

"Amanda has an uncanny knack for breaking down the mechanics of steps or movements making them accessible, achievable and challenging all at the same time and her love for this dance form means there is always laughter and fun while you learn to ‘struggle properly’. I thoroughly recommend checking out any of her upcoming classes or workshops."

R.B.

"Dancer Studio has been a game-changer for me. I never thought I'd enjoy dancing this much. It's fun!"

Linda Purch, customer

"I admire Amanda’s passion for belly dancing. she is a truly inspiring teacher."

C.L.

"Amanda has a lovely manner as a teacher."

I.J.

"Amanda is a quality teacher, choreographer and dancer. Enthusiastic and welcoming."

J.s.

"An amazing teacher and one I have been so lucky to see perform and grow as a dancer and teacher."

D.B.

R.B.

"This studio is the real deal. The instructors are patient, and the facilities are top-notch. It's the perfect!"

Sarah Mail, customer

"I admire Amanda’s passion for belly dancing. she is a truly inspiring teacher."

C.L.

"Amanda has a lovely manner as a teacher."

I.J.

"Amanda is a quality teacher, choreographer and dancer. Enthusiastic and welcoming."

J.s.

"An amazing teacher and one I have been so lucky to see perform and grow as a dancer and teacher."

D.B.

R.B.

"Dancer Studio has been a game-changer for me. I never thought I'd enjoy dancing this much. It's fun!"

Linda Purch, customer